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Cinema listings in North Devon
Here's what's on at the Cinema this week! There are some fab films to choose from, with animation, fantasy, action and adventure there's a little something for all of us! The new James Bond film Quantum of Solace is being shown at cinemas now!
- Igor (U)
- Quantum of Solace (12A)
- Easy Virtue (PG)
- High School Musical 3 (U)
- Ghost town (12A)
- ...and many more!
Top events coming up
Craft Fair Local Crafts, Christmas cards and cakes will be on sale. 20 different craft stalls, selling a range of Christmas gifts - handmade soaps, jewellery, wood crafts, and more. Fremington Manor, Sat 22 Nov 08. Click here to read more.
Barnstaple Christmas Lights TOP girl band the Saturday's will be switching on Barnstaple's Christmas lights on this year. Sun 23 November 2008. North Devon's very own musical talent, Mendella, Amy Newton, CableCar Catastrophe, the Appledore Band will also be in line-up. Admission is free. Click here to read more.
Amy Newton & Jenna Lilies of the West.
These two local songsmiths are among the best writers to emerge from what is now becoming a south west phenomenon. They share an ability to write about things that resonate and connect with people in their everyday lives. Both have albums that have had great reviews. Tonight is an opportunity to see Jenna and Amy perform their own sets. The Queen's Theatre, Barnstaple Wed 26 Nov, 8.00. Click here to read more.
Paddy McGuinness-Live Phoenix Nights comedian.
Paddy McGuinness's first outing on the road to tellydom was in a series of 6 one off episodes in C4's ‘The Comedy Lab’. He appeared as Terry, a work-shy employee in Peter Kay's ‘The Services’. Soon after this he got the part that he made his own as Paddy the doorman in ‘That Peter Kay Thing’. He appeared in the episode entitled "The Club" which led to the massive spin off series ‘Phoenix Nights’. The Queen's Theatre, Barnstaple Wed 27 Nov, 7.45. Click here to read more.
Paramount Jazz Band The great trad jazz legend Acker Bilk brings over 50 years of timeless jazz to North Devon. Over the years, Acker has appeared with so many of the top names in jazz – the late Humphrey Lyttelton, Chris Barber, Kenny Ball, Jamie Cullum and Van Morrison to name just a few. Sat 28 November 2008, 8pm. 01805 624624. Click here to read more.
Craft Fair Buy beautiful handmade gifts, try locally sourced homemade lunches in the Yarner Cafe and meet local artists and makers. The Yarner Trust, Welcombe, North Devon Sat 29 November 2008. Click here to read more.
Cleveland Watkiss perhaps best known as an original member, alongside Courtney Pine, of the extraordinarily ‘Jazz Warriors’ big band, will be performing at Heanton Church this December. ‘The best male jazz singer in Britain’ - Evening Standard. Fri 07 Dec 2008. Click here to read more.
Christmas Farmers' Markets
The BIG Sheep, with the support of the North Devon Journal are once again hosting the South West's largest undercover Christmas Farmers' Markets for three Saturdays in December 8th, 15th and 22nd. Click here to read more.
North Devon Theatres - What's on?
The Landmark and Queen's Theatres have a fantastic line up of performances for us to enjoy, in the coming months. Included in the programme are The Philharmonia Orchestra, Pam Ayres, Romeo & Juliet – Independent Ballet Wales, Richard Alan & Todd Carty – Jack and the Beanstalk, Think Floyd, well known Comedian Michael McIntyre and many more treats!
Click here for the Queen's Theatre Performance list.
Click here for The Landmark Theatre Performance list.
Food Markets, Local produce & restaurants
Produce of North Devon
Food glorious food! North Devon is famous for its pasties, cream teas, and cider, but there is a whole host of other delights to sample that are produced from its lush, rolling landscape. North Devon has quality, fresh produce to offer, here you will find information on the best food producers, specialist retailers, markets and restaurants. From places such as Broomhill Art Hotel in Barnstaple, The Corner Bistro in Braunton, to The Courtyard restaurant in Woolacombe, there is a varied choice of local eateries that support local producers. Click here for a list of markets, local producers and recommended restaurants.
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Services - Photography
Steve Nuth Photography, based in North Devon, provides professional and quality photographs for a variety of occasions. From weddings, portraits, landscapes to parties and other occasions, Steve Nuth Photography produces stunning, inspiring shots that will last forever. They tailor their style of photography to suit your individual requirements, whether you wish for an informal, documentary or formal approach, they will fulfill your brief from beginning to end.
Click here for more info and to see Steves website.Weddings at Broomhill Art Hotel
Enjoy a unique, elegant and intimate setting that your guests will never forget. Broomhill is an approved wedding venue in North Devon that can accommodate civil weddings, commitment ceremonies, renewal of vows and naming ceremonies.
Click here for more info and images.Business Reources
We have put together a list of useful busniess wesites to help you. This list will continue to grow so please keep checking back. The categories so far include North Devon Marketing, Green Tourism, Renewable energy, and General.
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Holiday in North Devon
Accommodation
Here are just a few places in our directory. Use the search tool to find more accommodation options.
Hotels: Broomhill Art Hotel, Northcote Manor, & The Commodore Hotel.
Camping: Hidden Valley Holiday Park, Tarka Holiday Park, & Europa Park.
Self-Catering: Pickwell Manor, Little Comfort Farm, Huish Moor & Choice Cottages.
Love MY Devon
AONB Photo Competition
The North Devon AONB’s Photographic Competition, Imagery with Meaning, is proving to be a great success as it continues to ask people to express their thoughts on the area and its qualities. The deadline for entries is 30th November. To see a selection of images submitted so far and find out how to enter click here. Image taken by: Jon Bowen.
Storm Watching
CJ wins Billabong Pro!
Surf Schools in N.Devon
Click here to see a full list of surf schools.
Volunteering
Features
Creation Fest 2008
Organic Art T-Shirts now only £10.00
Active Devon
Sponsor a child today with the local charity Amigos International.
Our child sponsorship programme has been developed on the ground, by the Ugandan people it's designed to benefit. Click here to read more.
Special Offers
3 Course Lunch at Broomhill
Pre-booked three-course lunch is now £13.95 and includes a FREE ticket to the Sculpture Gardens. Click here to read more.
Luxury accommodation
Top Links
North Devon Council services
Community and living
The North Devon Council has lots of information to offer on various topics. North Devon Council believes that it is the community as a whole that makes North Devon an attractive, enjoyable place to live and to visit and so they offer information to aid us in improving how we live together as a community. Click here to read more.
